Root Vegetable Mash

By cprzybyl

Nutritional Info (Per serving):
Calories: 141, Saturated Fat: 2.5g, Sodium: 285mg, Dietary Fiber: 3.5g, Total Fat: 4g, Carbs: 24.5g, Cholesterol: 10mg, Protein: 3g
Carb Choices: 1.5

Prep Time: 25 mins
Cook Time: 23 mins
Total Time: 48 mins

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
• 2 tablespoon butter, unsalted
• 2 large potato(es), 3 cups peeled, cubed such as Yukon gold
• 3 cup(s) celery root, peeled, chopped
• 2 parsnips, 1 1/2 cups chopped
• 1/4 cup(s) onion(s), finely chopped
• 1 cup(s) broth, chicken, fat-free, salt-free
• 1/2 cup(s) water
• 1 sprig(s) thyme, fresh
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper, black ground, freshly ground
• 1/4 cup(s) half-and-half

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine 1/4 teaspoon salt and next 8 ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat; reduce heat, and simmer, covered, 15 minutes or until potato is tender and liquid is almost evaporated. Remove from heat.
2. Discard thyme sprig. Stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper, and half-and-half. Mash with a potato masher until almost smooth.
Yield: 8 servings (serving size: 1/2 cup).